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Amino acids and derivatives

3-Hydroxyaspartic acid

Also known as 3-aminomalic acid, 3-hydroxyaspartic acid, (erythro)-, DL-threo-3-hydroxyaspartic acid

CAS 1860-87-3Formula C4H7NO5Molar mass 149.10 g/molEC 224-299-4
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3-Hydroxyaspartic acid chemical structure, C4H7NO5, CAS 1860-87-3
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All properties
CAS number
1860-87-3
Formula
C4H7NO5
Molar mass
149.10 g/mol
EC number
224-299-4
HS code
292250
Category
Amino acids and derivatives

What is 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-hydroxyaspartic acid is a hydroxy-amino acid that is aspartic acid in which one of the methylene hydrogens has been replaced by a hydroxy group. It is an aspartic acid derivative, a hydroxy-amino acid, an amino dicarboxylic acid and a C4-dicarboxylic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-amino-3-hydroxybutanedioic acid
CAS number
1860-87-3Other or deprecated CAS: 4294-45-5, 5753-30-0, 6532-76-9, 71653-06-0, 7298-98-8, 7298-99-9
EC numbers
224-299-4, 229-431-4, 275-771-1
Molecular formula
C4H7NO5
UNII
99A78V5YX2
MDL number
MFCD00128126
InChIKey
YYLQUHNPNCGKJQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H7NO5/c5-1(3(7)8)2(6)4(9)10/h1-2,6H,5H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(C(C(=O)O)O)(C(=O)O)N

Synonyms

  • 3-aminomalic acid
  • 3-hydroxyaspartic acid, (erythro)-
  • DL-threo-3-hydroxyaspartic acid
  • threo-hydroxyaspartic acid
  • 2-Amino-3-hydroxysuccinic Acid
  • 2-amino-3-hydroxybutanedioic acid
  • d,l-threo-3-HYDROXYASPARTIC ACID
  • Aspartic acid, 3-hydroxy-
  • Malic acid, 3-amino-
  • 3-Hydroxy-DL-aspartic acid
  • 2-amino-3-hydroxy-butanedioic acid
  • DL-Threo-beta-hydroxyaspartic acid
  • threo-beta-Hydroxyaspartate
  • threo-3-Hydroxy-L-aspartic acid
  • threo-2-Amino-3-hydroxysuccinic acid
  • rel-(3S)-3-Hydroxy-D-aspartic acid
  • D -(+)-threo -beta-hydroxyaspartic acid
  • 3-hydroxy-aspartic acid
  • Aspartic acid, DL-erythro-
  • DL-Aspartic acid, erythro-
  • (2R,3S)-2-Amino-3-hydroxy-succinic acid
  • beta-Hydroxy-DL-aspartic acid
  • erythro-3-Hydroxy-DL-aspartate
  • 3-amino-2-hydroxybutanedioic acid
  • beta-erythro-Hydroxy-DL-aspartate
Show all 32 synonyms
  • DL-Aspartic acid, 3-hydroxy-
  • DL-erythro-beta-Hydroxyaspartic acid
  • Sdccgmls-0066971.p001
  • erythro-beta-Hydroxy-DL-aspartic acid
  • D-Aspartic acid,3-hydroxy-, (3R)-rel-
  • L-(-)-threo-beta-HYDROXYASPARTIC ACID
  • D-Aspartic acid,3-hydroxy-, (3R)- Catalog NuMber

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
149.10 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
149.0324 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.16calc.
Topological polar surface area
120.9 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is traded under.

HS 2922.50Indicative HS code

Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function

World exports in 2024
$3.29B
−5.9% vs 2023, imports $3.19B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China39.2%
  2. United Kingdom27.1%
  3. India * partner reported4.8%
Top importers
  1. United States20.7%
  2. Germany7.6%
  3. Italy6.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid, based on the data on this page

What is 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid?

3-hydroxyaspartic acid is a hydroxy-amino acid that is aspartic acid in which one of the methylene hydrogens has been replaced by a hydroxy group. It is an aspartic acid derivative, a hydroxy-amino acid, an amino dicarboxylic acid and a C4-dicarboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid?

The CAS registry number of 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is 1860-87-3. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 4294-45-5, 5753-30-0, 6532-76-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid?

The molecular formula of 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is C4H7NO5 and its molar mass is 149.10 g/mol.

Is 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3-Hydroxyaspartic acid?

3-Hydroxyaspartic acid is usually classified under HS code 292250 (Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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